Lineberry Lake Dam Reservoir Report

Last Updated: December 5, 2025

Lineberry Lake Dam, located in Guilford County, North Carolina, is a privately owned structure primarily used for recreation purposes such as fish and wildlife pond activities.


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Summary

Built in 1970 by the USDA NRCS, this earth dam stands at 25 feet high and stretches for 360 feet in length, with a storage capacity of 165 acre-feet. Situated on Tr- Alamance Creek, the dam has a low hazard potential and a moderate risk assessment rating of 3.

Despite its uncontrolled spillway and outlet gates, Lineberry Lake Dam has not undergone recent inspections, with its condition assessment listed as not available. The dam's emergency action plan status, inundation maps, and risk management measures are also reported as either not prepared or not meeting guidelines. Nevertheless, the dam continues to serve as a recreational hub in the Burlington area, offering a serene setting for water resource and climate enthusiasts to enjoy the natural beauty of the surrounding landscape. With its historic significance and picturesque location, Lineberry Lake Dam remains an integral part of the local ecosystem.

Year Completed

1970

Dam Length

360

Dam Height

25

River Or Stream

Tr- Alamance Creek

Primary Dam Type

Earth

Surface Area

3

Drainage Area

0.19

Nid Storage

165

Outlet Gates

Uncontrolled

Hazard Potential

Low

Foundations

Soil

Nid Height

25
       
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Condition Assessment

Satisfactory
No existing or potential dam safety deficiencies are recognized. Acceptable performance is expected under all loading conditions (static, hydrologic, seismic) in accordance with the minimum applicable state or federal regulatory criteria or tolerable risk guidelines.
Fair
No existing dam safety deficiencies are recognized for normal operating conditions. Rare or extreme hydrologic and/or seismic events may result in a dam safety deficiency. Risk may be in the range to take further action. Note: Rare or extreme event is defined by the regulatory agency based on their minimum
Poor A dam safety deficiency is recognized for normal operating conditions which may realistically occur. Remedial action is necessary. POOR may also be used when uncertainties exist as to critical analysis parameters which identify a potential dam safety deficiency. Investigations and studies are necessary.
Unsatisfactory
A dam safety deficiency is recognized that requires immediate or emergency remedial action for problem resolution.
Not Rated
The dam has not been inspected, is not under state or federal jurisdiction, or has been inspected but, for whatever reason, has not been rated.
Not Available
Dams for which the condition assessment is restricted to approved government users.

Hazard Potential Classification

High
Dams assigned the high hazard potential classification are those where failure or mis-operation will probably cause loss of human life.
Significant
Dams assigned the significant hazard potential classification are those dams where failure or mis-operation results in no probable loss of human life but can cause economic loss, environment damage, disruption of lifeline facilities, or impact other concerns. Significant hazard potential classification dams are often located in predominantly rural or agricultural areas but could be in areas with population and significant infrastructure.
Low
Dams assigned the low hazard potential classification are those where failure or mis-operation results in no probable loss of human life and low economic and/or environmental losses. Losses are principally limited to the owner's property.
Undetermined
Dams for which a downstream hazard potential has not been designated or is not provided.
Not Available
Dams for which the downstream hazard potential is restricted to approved government users.